“Instead of enslavement human trafficking these are human beings.” - @africanacarrhu @Cntr for Black Educator Dev @btbep.podcast and @africanacarrhu aren’t just having a conversation; they’re igniting a crucial shift in perspective. Reframing history, from slavery to human trafficking, isn’t just about semantics; it’s about reclaiming power, reclaiming humanity. While acknowledging the familiarity of the word “slavery,” she challenges us to consider the term “human trafficking.” It’s not just a synonym; it’s a direct, visceral connection to the reality of the situation. It strips away the romanticized notions, the sanitized narratives, and exposes the brutal truth: enslavement was the largest, most horrific instance of human trafficking in world history. This reframing isn’t about abandoning historical terms; it’s about expanding our understanding, about centering the humanity of those who were oppressed, about recognizing the ongoing impact of this historical trauma. It’s a REAL call to reclaim our history, to tell our stories, and to honor the resilience of our ancestors by speaking truth to power.
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